2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 445 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Patriot | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
