2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 203 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. 1975 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tracker | Centura |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
