1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
