1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1112 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Hornet | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
