1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 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 299 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1984 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Invicta | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
