1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Vivio 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 54 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tracker | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
