1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 161 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Pacer | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
