1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 55 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 271 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 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Murano |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
