1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Patriot |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |