2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 555 kg more than 1991 Opel Calibra.
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, 1991 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
