1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan is newer by 56 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker President State weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan. 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, 2011 Renault Logan, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (128 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Studebaker President State | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Studebaker | Renault |
| Model | President State | Logan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
