1968 AMC AMX vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 43 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.

Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.

Compare all specifications:

1968 AMC AMX 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
Make AMC Honda
Model AMX Accord Crosstour
Year Released 1968 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6386 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 315 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1897 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2797 mm


 

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