1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift 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 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 144 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 519 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 AMC Hornet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC Hornet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Hornet | Swift |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
