2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 174 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 1958 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 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V, 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
Model | CR-V | Rural |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |