1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 8 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Pacer | 164 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |