2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 424 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Compass | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
