1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1973 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
