1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Supra | Compass |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
