1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2005 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 27 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2005 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | AMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Pacer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
