1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 187 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 CR-V, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Hornet | CR-V |
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 | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |