1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 18 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Bel Air | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |