1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Bel Air | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |
