2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Nissan | Willys-Overland |
Model | Pathfinder | Rural |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |