1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 41 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 52 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bel Air | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2210 mm |
