2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 661 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
