1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 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 53 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 231 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Hornet | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
