1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Comodoro | President State |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
