1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 43 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bel Air | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |
