2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 52 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 653 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.
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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Dodge | Hudson |
| Model | Durango | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
