1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2003 Proton Juara is newer by 41 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 255 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. 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, 2003 Proton Juara, 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2003 Proton Juara | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Invicta | Juara |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |