1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 22 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Stanza | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Nissan | Willys-Overland |
Model | Stanza | Rural |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |