1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 213 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Pacer | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
