2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Yukon | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | GMC | Hudson |
Model | Yukon | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2170 mm |