1968 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 809 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Compass |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 51 L |