1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 433 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | Compass |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
