2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 93 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Compass | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Compass | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 74.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |