1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 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 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 9 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260.
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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Pacer | 260 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |