1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 37 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 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 165 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State. 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Crown Victoria | President State |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
