1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 271 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacer | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
