2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia 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 134 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 473 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Compass | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
