1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 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 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 588 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Willys-Overland |
Model | Toronado | Rural |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6967 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |