2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 220 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Dodge | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Ram | Rural |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
