2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 10 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 2004 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Impala | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
