1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 718 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1974 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1974 Steyr Haflinger 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 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | AMC | Steyr |
| Model | Pacer | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1510 mm |
