2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Mid4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 206 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
