1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | Sky Hawk | Model F |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2240 mm |
