2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 29 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tracker | 818 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2320 mm |
