1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 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 46 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 476 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
