1997 Nissan Sentra vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 39 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 4 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 564 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1997 Nissan Sentra, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Sentra | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Nissan | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Sentra | Rural |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
