1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 8 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 1970 AMC Gremlin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AMC Gremlin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Gremlin | Cube |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
