1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 76 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 16 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
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, 1992 Honda Accord, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord 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 | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Hornet | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
