1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 55 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 57 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 114 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Patriot |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2634 mm |