1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 6 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Hornet | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
