1954 Dodge Custom vs. 1979 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1979 Mercury Cougar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Dodge Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Cougar. (134 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 390 kg more than 1954 Dodge Custom.
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 Dodge Custom | 1979 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Custom | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
