1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 54 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Tracker | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
