1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Bel Air | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2800 mm |
