2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 895 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1989 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Compass | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
