1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Cadillac | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Eldorado | Rural |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
