1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1994 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 1994 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Astro |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |