1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 587 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 1978 AMC Pacer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 AMC Pacer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Pacer | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |