1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 46 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 65 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | President State | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
