2000 Lexus IS vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 41 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, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS 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 130 kg more than 2000 Lexus IS.
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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus IS | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Lexus | Willys-Overland |
Model | IS | Rural |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |