1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Holden Camira is newer by 9 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, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 309 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
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, 1987 Holden Camira, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Pacer | Camira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
