1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 33 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 27 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida. 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 | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Belvedere | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
