1981 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 456 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
