2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |
