1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 42 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Hornet | Armada |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3129 mm |