2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 64 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
