1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 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 231 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
