1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Camaro | Compass |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |