1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 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 110 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Corvette | Compass |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |