1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 34 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 217 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (191 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Invicta | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1640 kg |