1955 Plymouth Belvedere vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 295 kg more than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Belvedere | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3250 mm |
