1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 96 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 1978 Mazda 626. 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 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tracker | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
