1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Hornet | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
