1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 15 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 38 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 192 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1993 Daihatsu Rocky 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1993 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | AMC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Pacer | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
