2007 Jeep Patriot vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2007 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Patriot (172 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Patriot | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | Iltis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2110 mm |
