2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 809 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Compass | Ascona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |