2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina 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 42 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 589 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 1993 Toyota Carina. 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 (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Compass | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Compass | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |