2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 650 kg more than 1954 Studebaker President State. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Studebaker President State. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | TrailBlazer | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
