1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1971 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 449 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1971 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tracker | Impala |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
