2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Tracker | 1000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |