2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 51 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Dodge | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Sprinter | Rural |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2660 mm |
