1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 93 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pacer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
