1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 396 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 170 V | Rural |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
