2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 718 kg more than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Jeep | Venturi |
| Model | Patriot | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
