1990 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 453 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. 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 1990 Audi 80. 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 80 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
