1954 Studebaker President State vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 7 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Studebaker President State | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Studebaker | Mitsubishi |
| Model | President State | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
