1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 350 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Explorer | President State |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
