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Mar 18, 2022 · The key was in the options. R&T tested a Hornet back in 1970 and was not pleased, but back then it was a six with the B/W automatic, soft suspension, drum brakes and slow manual steering. But this ’73 was altogether different, despite being the same basic car.
- Paul Niedermeyer
Jan 17, 2024 · Performance-wise, the '74 Hornet's standard inline-six engine provided adequate power, while optional V8 engines offered more spirited performance with top speeds reaching around 100 mph. Acceleration from 0-60 mph varied by engine choice but was respectable for its class.
- 232-304 cu in
- 210-240 lb-ft (approximately)
- 100-150 hp (approximately)
The AMC Hornet is a compact automobile manufactured and marketed by American Motors Corporation (AMC) and made from 1970 through 1977—in two- and four-door sedan, station wagon, and hatchback coupe configurations.
Jan 17, 2024 · Discover the 1970 AMC Hornet's legacy: a compact marvel that redefined style, efficiency, and versatility in an era of change. Dive into its enduring allure.
- 199-304 cu in (3.3-5.0 L)
- 128-210 hp
- Inline-6, V8
- 210-245 lb-ft
Mar 25, 2024 · The Hornet had more modern styling but the interior was pretty much a disaster until the late 1970s Concord remake. (The Hornet/Gremlin dashboard was a horrid mashup of multiple, ill-fitting plastic panels, and calling the standard seats atrocious is being charitable.)
- Paul Niedermeyer
Oct 5, 2024 · An Australian based AMC Hornet has finally decided to make a bog ol’ nest on CC. I love it! While I knew AMC did establish themselves quite well Down Under, I wasn’t aware of some of the final points until this article.
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