2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina 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 73 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
