1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Dodge Custom. (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1955 Dodge Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Dodge Custom | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Custom | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2890 mm |
