1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1992 Buick Regal
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 31 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 155 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. 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, 1992 Buick Regal, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1992 Buick Regal | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Invicta | Regal |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |