1977 American Motors Hornet Hatch 258 Auto
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Photo: AMC Hornet running in Kenosha WI 2009-e by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used ..., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: AMC Hornet running in Kenosha WI 2009-i by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used ..., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 70-77 hornet rear 6-17-23 by Captainpisslord, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 70-77 hornet interior 6-17-23 by Captainpisslord, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Hornet (1970–1977); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: AMC Hornet running in Kenosha WI 2009-e by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used ..., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: AMC Hornet running in Kenosha WI 2009-i by CZmarlin — Christopher Ziemnowicz, releases all rights but a photo credit would be appreciated if this image is used ..., Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 70-77 hornet rear 6-17-23 by Captainpisslord, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 70-77 hornet interior 6-17-23 by Captainpisslord, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1977 American Motors Hornet Hatch 258 Auto is a 4.2-liter inline-6 hatchback with a 3-speed torque-command automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $3,499 MSRP.
The Hornet measures 185.8 inches long on a 108.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,012 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $3,499 ($18,765 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.2L OHV Inline-6 |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Valvetrain | OHV 12-valve (2 valves/cyl) |
| Bore and Stroke | 95.3 x 98.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
| Injection Type | 1-barrel carburetor |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed Torque-Command automatic (floor shift) |
| 1st Gear | 2.45 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.45 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| Reverse | 2.2 |
| Final Drive | 2.73 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent twin-ball-joint, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Live axle, computer-selected leaf springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 185.8 in |
| Width | 70.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in |
| Cargo Volume | 31.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,012 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1977 American Motors Hornet Hatch 258 Auto with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1977 American Motors Hornet.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.