1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 272 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pacer | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1640 kg |
