1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 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 202 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Invicta | 140 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |