1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 19 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 398 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AMC | Morgan |
Model | Pacer | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |