1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 541 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corolla | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
