2007 Toyota Avalon vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 320 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avalon | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Toyota | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Avalon | Rural |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
