1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 84 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | AMC | Citroen |
| Model | Pacer | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
