1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 772 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Hornet | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2121 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |