1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1999 Lancia Dialogos
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dialogos 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dialogos weights approximately 11 kg more than 1978 AMC Pacer.
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, 1999 Lancia Dialogos, 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 (222 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dialogos. (186 Nm). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dialogos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1999 Lancia Dialogos | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Pacer | Dialogos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1370 kg |
