1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 391 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Italdesign | Jeep |
| Model | Nazca | Compass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
