1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 17 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 121 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 234 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Hornet | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
