2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | 17 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
