1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 724 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
