1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 23 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 231 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 940 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Buick Invicta 1985 Nissan Bluebird
Make Buick Nissan
Model Invicta Bluebird
Year Released 1962 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 1951 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1660 mm


 

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