1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity has automatic transmission and 2010 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2010 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Celebrity | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
