1984 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 203 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Commodore | Compass |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
