1968 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 619 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Compass |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
