1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 266 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Pacer | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
