1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 49 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Tracker | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
