2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 168 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Volkswagen | Willys-Overland |
Model | Jetta | Rural |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |