2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 798 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Dodge | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Durango | Rural |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
