1983 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Compass |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2634 mm |