1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 35 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 AMC Pacer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
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1978 AMC Pacer | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | AMC | Land Rover |
Model | Pacer | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2745 mm |