1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Coronet | Compass |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
