2005 Acura TSX vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 47 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, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX 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 25 kg more than 2005 Acura TSX.
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, 2005 Acura TSX, 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Acura | Willys-Overland |
| Model | TSX | Rural |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
