1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 54 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Bel Air | Dakota |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3701 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |