2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (141 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
