1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 494 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 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 Toyota Aygo, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | Pacer | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
