1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 556 kg more than 2009 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 1969 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Town & Country | Patriot |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |