1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1992 Daihatsu Opti
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti 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 282 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 Daihatsu Opti, 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1992 Daihatsu Opti | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Invicta | Opti |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1480 mm |
