2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 49 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, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 321 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Holden | Hudson |
| Model | Jackaroo | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
