1987 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird 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 1987 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Firebird | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Pontiac | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Firebird | Rural |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
