1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | AMC | Proton |
| Model | Pacer | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
