1969 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 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 Dodge Coronet. 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 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Coronet | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
