1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1982 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1982 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1982 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bel Air | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 285 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 | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
