1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 202 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.
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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | AMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Pacer | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
