1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 192 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Buick Invicta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Invicta | Laguna |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |