1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 223 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Hornet | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1994 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 | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
