1979 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Patriot |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |