1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 141 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 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Pacer | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
