1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 388 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Hornet | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2858 mm |
