1980 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 334 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 200 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
