1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 389 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Compass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
