1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 16 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 216 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 810 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Invicta | Skyline |
Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |