1986 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | 100 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
