1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 541 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hornet | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
