1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 441 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Pacer | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
