1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 148 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Hornet | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
