1958 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Jeep |
| Model | Rural | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
