1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Hornet | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
