1970 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Capri | Compass |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |