1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 124 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord 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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Invicta | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |