1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 28 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 73 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 155 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Dodge Custom | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Custom | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2960 mm |
