2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1454 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
Model | Avalanche | Rural |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |