1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 32 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 203 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (122 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 920 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306. 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, 1993 Peugeot 306, 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 306 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 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Invicta | 306 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |