1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Gremlin | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
