1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 276 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Mustang | Rural |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
