1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 755 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Shadow | Compass |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
