2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 613 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2080 mm |
