1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 26 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 214 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 745 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Magna. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Magna 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.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 1987 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Invicta | Magna |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |