1986 AC Ace vs. 1970 AMC Gremlin
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 16 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, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace 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, 1986 AC Ace 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1970 AMC Gremlin | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Ace | Gremlin |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
