1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer.
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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1946 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1946 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | AMC | GAZ |
| Model | Pacer | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
