1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Renault Clio 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio, 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Gremlin | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
