1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv

To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (276 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv
Make Buick Mazda
Model Invicta RX-Evolv
Year Released 1961 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 2616 cc
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 325 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 8000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm


 

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