1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 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 180 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (145 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 578 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (240 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Invicta | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |