1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pacer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 789 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
