1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 54 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 88 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Studebaker | Suzuki |
| Model | President State | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2260 mm |
