1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 21 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 596 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | AMC | GMC |
Model | Pacer | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |