1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 41 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Because 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Gremlin | Terios |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
