1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 134 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Bel Air | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2540 mm |
