1992 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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 1992 Ford Escort. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Compass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
