1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 382 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 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Pacer | Continental |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
