2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 957 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Patriot | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
