1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Explorer | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
