2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1110 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Cadillac | Willys-Overland |
Model | Escalade | Rural |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |