2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 185 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 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Suzuki | Willys-Overland |
| Model | XL7 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
