1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1994 Ford Contour
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. 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 1994 Ford Contour. 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1994 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Contour |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
