1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 715 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | 2CV | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 76 L |
