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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tracker | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |