2000 Ford Escape vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 22 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Escape | President State |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
