1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 29 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 109 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Belvedere | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
