1953 Studebaker Commander vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Studebaker Commander (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 492 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Studebaker Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Studebaker Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Studebaker Commander (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Studebaker Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1953 Studebaker Commander has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Studebaker Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Studebaker Commander | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | Commander | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3809 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
