2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 830 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
