1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 606 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Compass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
