2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 423 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tracker | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
