1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1986 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
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 Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Thunderbird | Super Jet |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 120.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |