1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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 209 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 626 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 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Invicta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
