1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 259 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 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Hornet | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
