1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1980 Subaru DL
To start off, 1980 Subaru DL is newer by 18 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 258 more horse power than 1980 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1980 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Subaru DL, 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru DL. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1980 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1980 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1980 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Invicta | DL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
