1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 36 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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Invicta | Chronos |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
