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AMC Gremlin 3.8

General information

ModelAMC Gremlin 3.8
Year1970
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating53.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3800 ccm (231.88 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3800 ccm (231.88 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power101.40 PS (75 kW or 100 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque251.00 Nm (25.6 kgf-m or 185.1 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke95.3 x 88.9 mm (3.8 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed162.0 km/h (100.7 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0869 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (417.3 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1167 kg (2,572.8 pounds)
Overall length4100 mm (161.4 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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