1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 38 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2008 Ford E-250 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. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Gremlin | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
