1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade 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) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. 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 1981 Honda Ballade. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
