1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 508 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
