2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
