1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2007 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Compass |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
