1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Pacer | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
