2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 616 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Silverado | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |
