1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 977 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | GS | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1867 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
