1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 60 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 722 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hudson | Jeep |
| Model | Super Jet | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2916 mm |
