2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 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 125 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 653 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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 1966 Renault 8. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
