1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1992 Mazda MX-6
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 207 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 891 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-6. 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 Mazda MX-6, 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-6. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-6. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda MX-6 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda MX-6 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 | 1992 Mazda MX-6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Invicta | MX-6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |