1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 49 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (396 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Studebaker | Toyota |
| Model | Sky Hawk | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
