1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Compass. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 536 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Stratos | Compass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
