2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracker | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
