1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2000 Cadillac Imaj
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 22 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. Both 1978 AMC Pacer and 2000 Cadillac Imaj are equipped with a 4,228 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 192 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.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2000 Cadillac Imaj | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Pacer | Imaj |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
