1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 43 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, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 451 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2012 Acura TL | |
Make | AMC | Acura |
Model | Hornet | TL |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |