1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 744 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | AMC | Tata |
| Model | Gremlin | Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| 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 | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
