2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Mustang | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
