1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1991 Honda Legend

To start off, 1991 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 123 more horse power than 1991 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 520 kg more than 1991 Honda Legend. 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, 1991 Honda Legend, 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Buick Invicta 1991 Honda Legend
Make Buick Honda
Model Invicta Legend
Year Released 1962 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6576 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm