1961 Buick Invicta vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 52 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 191 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 663 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 1961 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 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.
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1961 Buick Invicta | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Invicta | Cruze |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1796 mm |