1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 39 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Falcon | Compass |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
