1969 Ford Capri 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 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 994 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |
