2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tracker | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
