2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 828 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Patriot | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
