1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 31 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 592 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Pacer | Durango |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |