1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Tracker and 1998 Mazda RX-7 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. 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 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tracker | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |