1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1008 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1970 AMC Gremlin has manual transmission. 1970 AMC Gremlin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Gremlin | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
