1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1987 Subaru Rex

To start off, 1987 Subaru Rex 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 813 kg more than 1987 Subaru Rex. 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, 1987 Subaru Rex, 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 (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Rex.

Compare all specifications:

1978 AMC Pacer 1987 Subaru Rex
Make AMC Subaru
Model Pacer Rex
Year Released 1978 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 544 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 43 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.2 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 60 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 555 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 3250 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2260 mm


 

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