1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 43 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 106 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Hudson Super Wasp 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Hudson Plymouth
Model Super Wasp Voyager
Year Released 1953 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1599 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2880 mm


 

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