2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 270 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Golf | Rural |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
