1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1968 Morgan 4

To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 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 5 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 699 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1968 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1968 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4
Make AMC Morgan
Model Pacer 4
Year Released 1978 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3802 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 3050 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 222 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1359 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2450 mm