1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti

To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 39 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. 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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.

Compare all specifications:

1969 AMC Hornet 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
Make AMC Daewoo
Model Hornet Lacetti
Year Released 1969 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4983 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 81.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 177 km/hour 194 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1349 kg 1077 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm