2000 Acura TL vs. 1978 AMC Pacer
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 22 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, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 216 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 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, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1978 AMC Pacer | |
| Make | Acura | AMC |
| Model | TL | Pacer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1359 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
