2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Oceane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Oceane. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1959 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Rainier | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
