1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 449 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 AMC Pacer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 AMC Pacer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Pacer | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |