2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 49 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 269 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
Model | Equinox | Rural |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |