1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. 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 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Tracker | One-O-Four |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
