1978 AMC Pacer vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 87 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Pacer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2625 mm |
