2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compass | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
