1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 401 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 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Hornet | Continental |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
