1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 263 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 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Gremlin | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
