1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Dart (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 125 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 1970 Dodge Dart. 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, 1970 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tracker | Dart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
