2011 Jeep Compass vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 378 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jeep Compass | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Compass | Celica |
Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |