1954 Studebaker President State vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State 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 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | President State | Camry |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2610 mm |
