1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1962 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 717 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.
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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1962 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Pacer | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
