1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1009 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Hornet | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3520 mm |
