1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1994 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1994 Eagle Summit 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 134 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit.
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, 1994 Eagle Summit, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1994 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | AMC | Eagle |
| Model | Pacer | Summit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
