1955 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Plymouth Belvedere is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1955 Plymouth Belvedere | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
Model | Belvedere | Golf |
Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |