2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 335 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Freestyle | Rural |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
