1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 97 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Compass |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
