1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Tracker and 1996 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tracker | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |