1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 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 27 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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:
| 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2930 mm |
