1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 35 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 22 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 596 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | Hornet | Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |