1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 61 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Camaro | Compass |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1470 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2634 mm |