1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 116 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tracker | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
