1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 32 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 213 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 915 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Invicta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
