1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 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 211 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 505 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Invicta | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
