1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1974 Porsche 914
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Porsche 914. 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 1974 Porsche 914. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1974 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tracker | 914 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
