1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (125 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer.
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 (265 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (176 Nm). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 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 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Pacer | 914 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 290 mm |
