1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 225 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 130 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Invicta | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
