1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2010 Suzuki Jimny 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Gremlin | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
