1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tracker | 626 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |