1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 385 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Previa. 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 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tracker | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
