1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1188 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 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hornet | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5326 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 | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
