1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 129 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Pacer | Corvette |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |