1954 Dodge Custom vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 57 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 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1954 Dodge Custom.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Dodge Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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:
| 1954 Dodge Custom | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Custom | Defender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2370 mm |
