2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette 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 109 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tracker | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
