1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 392 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Cortina 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Cortina | Compass |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
