2007 Ford Edge vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Edge | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
Model | Edge | Rural |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |