1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 40 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 636 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Gremlin | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
