1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 AMC Pacer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 AMC Pacer would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 126 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.
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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Pacer | Aspen |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3687 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 | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |