2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II 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 62 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 665 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
