1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 12 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, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 208 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1990 Subaru XT | |
Make | AMC | Subaru |
Model | Pacer | XT |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |