1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 651 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Monaro | Compass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
