2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (163 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Admiral. 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, 1969 Opel Admiral (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Compass | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
