1972 Citroen SM vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | SM | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
