2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Patriot | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
