1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 522 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Pacer | MK X |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
