1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Mazda 626. 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 1989 Mazda 626. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tracker | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
