2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tracker | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |