1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 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 90 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 179 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Hornet | 405 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
