1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 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 43 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Invicta | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
