1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 657 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Pacer | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 77 L |