1968 AMC AMX vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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 109 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (206 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | AMX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
