1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 115 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | 17 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
