1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 544 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Hornet | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
