1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tracker | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
