1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 38 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 148 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Invicta | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
