1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 281 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super Wasp | G |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
