1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 300 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Pacer | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
