1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 1 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 516 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Hornet | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
