1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 267 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | AMC | Lotus |
Model | Gremlin | Exige |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |