1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 466 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.
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, 2011 Renault Espace, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Hornet | Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
