1988 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Jeep | Willys-Overland |
Model | Cherokee | Rural |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |