1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 569 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life 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 Honda Life 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 (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Pacer | Life |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |