1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hornet | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 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 | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
