2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 433 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
Model | Compass | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |