1978 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 261 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. 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 1978 Buick Electra. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Electra | Compass |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |