1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Jaguar XJR | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
Model | XJR | Rural |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |