1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Hornet | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
