1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 43 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1970 AMC Gremlin has manual transmission. 1970 AMC Gremlin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Gremlin | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
