1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 25 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 371 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 1978 AMC Pacer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 AMC Pacer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Pacer | Soarer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |