1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 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 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 821 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pacer | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80.2 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 | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |