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1978 AMC Pacer

United States Gasoline RWD HatchbackUpdated Aug 23, 2026

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Specifications

Engine & Performance

Engine

Engine Specification

Rev. at Max Power: 3,200 rpm
Rev. at Max Torque: 2,000 rpm

Engine Fluids

Engine Oil, Volume: 4.73 litres
Transmission Fluid, Volume: 8 litres
Engine Coolant, Volume: 17 litres

Engine Configuration

Bore: 95.25 mm (3.8 in)
Stroke: 87.38 mm (3.4 in)
Compression Ratio: 8.4 :1
Engine Configuration: V-Engine
Naturally Aspirated: Yes
Synchronization: Timing Chain
Engine Placement: Front
Engine Mount: Longitudinally
Type of Combustion Engine: Piston
Fuel System: Single (Number of Barrels) Carburator
Camshaft Type: Cam-in-block (Pushrod)
Engine Block: Cast Iron
Engine Heads: Cast Iron
Engine Cooling: Liquid Cooling