1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Hornet | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
