1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 210 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Tracker | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
