1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 40 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Hornet | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
