1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 271 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Hornet | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |