1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 196 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
