1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1257 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Hornet | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3099 mm |