1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1958 Volvo 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Dodge Custom would be higher. At 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 475 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. 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:
| 1955 Dodge Custom | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Custom | 120 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
