1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 338 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS 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 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Hornet | LS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
