2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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 1973 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Compass | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
