2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 (173 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
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2009 Jeep Patriot | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Patriot | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |