1979 Ford LTD vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 39 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD 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. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | LTD | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
