1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 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 192 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 555 kg more than 1994 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aerostar.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 1994 Ford Aerostar
Make Buick Ford
Model Invicta Aerostar
Year Released 1961 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 2978 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1830 mm


 

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