1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 49 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Invicta | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
