1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 58 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1053 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super Wasp | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
