1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 33 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 275 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Scorpio | Rural |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
