1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 34 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 374 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.
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, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Gremlin | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
