2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1977 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tracker | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 937 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |