1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 456 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Patriot |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |