2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Patriot | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
