1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacer | SLK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
