1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa 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 61 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 496 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. 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 1984 Citroen Visa. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tracker | Visa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
