1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 30 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 207 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 865 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. 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, 1992 Holden Apollo, 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Apollo has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Apollo 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 | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Invicta | Apollo |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |