1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1970 Holden Torana

To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1970 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1970 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1961 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 1970 Holden Torana
Make Buick Holden
Model Invicta Torana
Year Released 1961 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 3034 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1026 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1610 mm


 

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