1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 211 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 739 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Invicta | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |