1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1997 Proton Perdana 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 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 Proton Perdana.
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, 1997 Proton Perdana, 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | AMC | Proton |
| Model | Pacer | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
