2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tracker | Torana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
