1959 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
