1954 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 40 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, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960.
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 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | Belvedere | 960 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2780 mm |
