1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Hornet | 240 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
