1958 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 55 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1029 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Willys-Overland | Chevrolet |
Model | Rural | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |