1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 557 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
