1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, both 1969 AMC Hornet and 1969 Dodge Challenger were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 126 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Hornet | Challenger |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |