1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 33 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, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 391 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.
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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | AMC | Lexus |
| Model | Hornet | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
