2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 998 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Compass | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
