1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 970 kg more than 1975 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Dyane | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
