2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
