1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1965 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda R 360 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 74 more horse power than 1965 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 975 kg more than 1965 Mazda R 360. 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1965 Mazda R 360 | |
Make | AMC | Mazda |
Model | Pacer | R 360 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 63 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |