1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 806 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Hornet | Terracan |
| 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 | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 181 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
