2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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 (172 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Compass | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
