2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia 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 123 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 653 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
