1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 816 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Compass |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
