1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 605 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 191 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, 1995 Peugeot 605, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | AMC | Peugeot |
Model | Hornet | 605 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |