1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 806 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 Rogue 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 Rogue 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
