1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 52 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | President State | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
