1955 Studebaker President State vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 755 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Studebaker | Volkswagen |
| Model | President State | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
