2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Studebaker President State. (173 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1954 Studebaker President State. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 591 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.
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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Colorado | President State |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
