1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 531 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hornet | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
