1968 AMC AMX vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | AMX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
