1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 551 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Pacer | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
