1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 14 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 39 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pacer | Sapporo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |