1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2001 Citroen Osee
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 23 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer.
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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2001 Citroen Osee | |
Make | AMC | Citroen |
Model | Pacer | Osee |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |