2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. 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 1971 Mazda 818. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Patriot | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
