2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tracker | 265 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
