1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Toyota | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Corolla | Rural |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
