1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 47 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 117 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Hudson | Jeep |
| Model | Super Wasp | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
