1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 601 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Hornet | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
