2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 836 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 911. 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Compass | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
