1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 706 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Hudson | Toyota |
| Model | Super Jet | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
