1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 41 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 425 kg more than 1958 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | GMC | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Suburban | Rural |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |
