2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 228 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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 Ford Tonka 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 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Tonka | Rural |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2660 mm |
