1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Compass |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
