1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Plymouth | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Barracuda | Rural |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5563 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
