1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| Model | Belvedere | Volare |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
