2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 886 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
