2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Cadillac | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Escalade | Rural |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
