1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 777 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pacer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3350 mm |
