1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 42 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 54 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk has manual transmission. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | Sky Hawk | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
