1986 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 27 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 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 620 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Escort | Rural |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
