1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 15 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 278 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1976 Volvo 66. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Invicta | 66 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
