1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 164 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 1969 AMC Hornet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 AMC Hornet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Hornet | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
