1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 236 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 865 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Invicta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
