1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 339 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Montrose | Compass |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
