2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 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 87 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 733 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. 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 1970 Morgan 4. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Compass | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
