1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 52 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 318 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercury |
| Model | Super Wasp | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
