1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 110 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 116 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Hornet | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
