1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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 1974 Mazda 818. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tracker | 818 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
