1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 191 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | AMC | Lexus |
Model | Hornet | IS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |