1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 436 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Corolla | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
