1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 1 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1968 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Pacer | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
