1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Pacer | Korando |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
