1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 318 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AMC | Subaru |
Model | Gremlin | Forester |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |