1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 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 101 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 321 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
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 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hornet | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
