2002 Toyota Avalon vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 43 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 156 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Avalon | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Toyota | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Avalon | Rural |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
