1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Avanti | Jeep |
| Model | Avanti | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
