1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
