1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 33 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 33 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Gremlin | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
