1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1974 Mazda Luce is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 815 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Invicta | Luce |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |