1979 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Compass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Estate | Compass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
