2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 222 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 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Terrano II | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Nissan | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Terrano II | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
