1956 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 192 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
