1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1027 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | AMC | Toyota |
Model | Pacer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |