1954 Dodge Custom vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 58 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1954 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 605 kg more than 1954 Dodge Custom. 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:
| 1954 Dodge Custom | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Custom | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2850 mm |
