2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 579 kg more than 1962 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Oceane. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Oceane. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1962 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1962 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Tahoe | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
