1974 Citroen SM vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | SM | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
