1974 Citroen GS vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 522 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | GS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
