1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 44 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 240 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Invicta | YRV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
