1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 11 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 269 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pacer | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
