1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Pacer | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |