1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1978 AMC Pacer | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | AMC | Nissan |
Model | Pacer | Cube |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |