1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Pacer | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
