1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 30 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 955 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hornet | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
