2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracker | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3080 mm |
