1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 342 kg more than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Jeep |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Compass |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2634 mm |