1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 37 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tracker | Micra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
