1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 377 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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | AMC | GMC |
| Model | Pacer | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
