2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa 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 94 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. 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 1984 Opel Corsa. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Compass | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
