1999 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Verada | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Willys-Overland |
Model | Verada | Rural |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |