1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 59 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 3 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 139 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Studebaker | Jeep |
| Model | President State | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2634 mm |
