1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra 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. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Electra | Compass |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
