1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Dart | Compass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
