1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 658 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today 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, 1994 Honda Today 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Pacer | Today |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |