1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 454 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tracker | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3250 mm |
