1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hudson | Toyota |
| Model | Super Jet | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
