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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 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 332 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
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 | 3802 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1691 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 |