1959 Willys-Overland Rural vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 253 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 2011 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Acura |
| Model | Rural | RDX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
