1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 44 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Invicta | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
