1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer 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) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 473 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pacer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
