1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 51 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 235 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Studebaker | Mitsubishi |
| Model | President State | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2790 mm |
