1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 408 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Pacer | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
