1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Mirada | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Dodge | Studebaker |
| Model | Mirada | President State |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
