1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 98 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Falcon 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 1978 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Compass |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
