1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 52 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 307 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Hudson | SsangYong |
| Model | Super Jet | Korando |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
