1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tracker | Ponton |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |