1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1978 AMC Pacer and 1978 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 841 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban 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, 1978 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | Pacer | Suburban |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |