2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 101 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Patriot | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Patriot | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2030 mm |