1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 51 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volvo |
| Model | President State | V50 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
