1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 15 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 435 kg more than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. 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:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Montego | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2930 mm |
