1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 85 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 1995 Saab 900. 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, 1995 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Tracker | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
