1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Tracker and 1996 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tracker | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |