1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Tracker | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
