1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 46 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Bel Air | Tundra |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3270 mm |