1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626.
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, 1987 Mazda 626, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
Model | 626 | Rural |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |