1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 24 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 490 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 427 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Pacer | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
