1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 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, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 466 kg more than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
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 (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | AMC | Reliant |
Model | Pacer | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2140 mm |