1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 207 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Buick Invicta 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Invicta Musso
Year Released 1961 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 106.2 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.5 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1870 mm


 

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