1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 25 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 225 more horse power than 1987 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 890 kg more than 1987 Saab 900. 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, 1987 Saab 900, 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Invicta | 900 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
