1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 26 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracker | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
