2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 86 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Compass | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2080 mm |
