1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 503 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Gremlin | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
