1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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, 1999 Opel Omega (125 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 351 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 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Pacer | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
