1978 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Granada | Compass |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |