1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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 25 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Bel Air | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 1837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |