1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 271 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Hornet | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
