2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Compass. (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Compass | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Compass | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |