2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 53 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1954 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Ford | Studebaker |
| Model | Mondeo | President State |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
