1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2002 Renault Ellypse
To start off, 2002 Renault Ellypse is newer by 40 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 227 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. 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, 2002 Renault Ellypse, 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) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2002 Renault Ellypse | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Invicta | Ellypse |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 191 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |