2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 645 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
