1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 37 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 487 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Gremlin | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| 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 | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
