AMC Hornet 1974–1975

1 generation
No photos yet5.9 AT RWD (285 hp)
General information
Number of doors3
Car classC
Steering wheel positionLeft
CountryUSA
At a glance
Engine5896 cm3 Gasoline
Power285 hp
GearboxAutomatic
OriginUnited States
Trim
5.9 AT (285 hp)5.9 AT RWD (285 hp)

Specifications

Engine
Cylinder bore103.63 mm
Valves per cylinder2
Max power (kW)213 kW
Engine power285 hp
Engine power290 PS
Turnover of maximum torque3200 RPM
Max power at RPM4800 RPM
Maximum torque529 N*m
Capacity5896 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Compression ratio8.5
Stroke cycle87.38 mm
Injection typecarburetor
Engine placementFront, longitudinal
Engine typeGasoline
Boost typenone
Timing beltOHV
Cylinder layoutV-type
Bodywork
Height1310 mm
Curb weight1418 kg
Width1793 mm
Wheelbase2745 mm
Length4554 mm
Number of seater5
Body typeHatchback
Gearbox and handling
Number of gear3
Gearbox typeAutomatic
Drive wheelsRear wheel drive
Operating characteristics
Max speed192 km/h
Acceleration (0-100 km/h)6.9 s
Fuel92
Suspension and brakes
Back suspensionDependent, spring
Front brakesdrum
Rear brakesdrum
Front suspensionIndependent, spring

Grades & features

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