1973 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 571 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Passat | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
