1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 27 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 249 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 720 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Invicta | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
