1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 169 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corsica | Compass |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
