2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 89 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 323 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
