1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 35 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Custom | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2350 mm |
