2009 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord 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 401 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
Model | Accord | Rural |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |