1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 47 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 Buick Invicta.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | Quest |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
