1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 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 5,150 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Dodge Custom (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Dodge Custom.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Dodge Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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:
| 1955 Dodge Custom | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Custom | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5150 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
