2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 12 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | CR-V | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
