2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride 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 137 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. 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 1959 Renault Floride. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
