1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1893 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 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Pacer | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 167 L |
