1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 31 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 157 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 757 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. 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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Invicta | Contour |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
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 | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |