1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (188 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 229 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 1969 AMC Hornet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC Hornet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Hornet | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |