1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Tracker and 1998 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tracker | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |