1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 53 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 516 kg more than 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Studebaker Sky Hawk | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Studebaker | Nissan |
| Model | Sky Hawk | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
