2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 47 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 78 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | CR-V | Rural |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
