1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 93 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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 Kia Cee'd, 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Pacer | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
