1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1989 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1958 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Buick | Willys-Overland |
| Model | LeSabre | Rural |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
