1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry 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 37 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 664 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Pacer | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
