1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 141 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.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Gremlin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Gremlin | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
