1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 45 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) has 50 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 24 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Buick Invicta | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Invicta | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
