1968 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | CJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2060 mm |
