2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda RX-7. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Patriot | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
