1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 42 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 171 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda CR-V 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 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Invicta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
