1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 222 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 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AMC | Porsche |
Model | Pacer | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |