1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 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 47 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 574 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | AMC | DAF |
| Model | Pacer | 44 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
