1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 42 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), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Bel Air | Blazer |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |