1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 273 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall 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 | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | AMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Pacer | Omega |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1632 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 |