1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 3 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 201 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 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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 (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | AMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Pacer | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
