1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 146 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
