1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 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 196 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Invicta | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
