1989 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 321 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Capri | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
