1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 40 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 248 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Invicta | Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |