2002 Jeep Compass vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Jeep Compass is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Compass (210 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Compass weights approximately 236 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Compass (319 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Compass | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
