1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 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), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1212 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Hornet | Tundra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3700 mm |