1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 112 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Hornet | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| 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 | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
