1958 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.

Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord 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 2010 Honda Accord
Make Willys-Overland Honda
Model Rural Accord
Year Released 1958 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2636 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2741 mm


 

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