2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina 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 78 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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 1991 Toyota Carina. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
