2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 87 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 923 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
