Piper Pacer vs Stinson 108
The Stinson 108 and Piper Pacer/Tri-Pacer are classic four-seat taildragger tourers.
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
- For sale now
- 1
- Source marketplaces
- 1
- Model years available
- 1950–1950
- For sale now
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 1
- Model years available
- 1946–1946
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Piper Pacer | Stinson 108 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 390 |
| Serious | — | 47 |
| Fatal | — | 32 |
| Fatalities | — | 57 |
| % Fatal | — | 8% |
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec / Model | Piper Pacer | Stinson 108 |
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| Price Range | $4,500 | $23,450 – $85,550 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 1 |
| Cruise Speed | 109 kts (202 km/h) | 105 kts (194 km/h) |
| Range | 504 nm (933 km) | — |
| Max Gross Weight | 1,950 lbs (885 kg) | — |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Piper Pacer or Stinson 108?
Bottom line: Choose the Stinson 108 for a roomier cabin and more presence; choose the Piper Pacer for lighter handling, lower cost and Piper support. Stinson = cabin/presence; Pacer = light/value.
Pick the Pacer if…
- Budget matters — from $4,500 vs $23,450, you save ~$18,950.
- Faster cruise — 109 kts vs 105 kts.
Pick the 108 if…
- More inventory — 2 listings vs 1.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.