1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 32 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, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Pacer | A5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
