1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 58 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State. 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | President State | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2659 mm |
