1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 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 165 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Invicta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
