1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster is newer by 36 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Opel Speedster.
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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
Make | AMC | Opel |
Model | Gremlin | Speedster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |