1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 34 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 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Bel Air | Capri |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |