2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 556 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
