1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 45 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 106 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 614 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Studebaker | Suzuki |
| Model | President State | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |
