1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 62 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 1978 Renault 4. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tracker | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
