1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 43 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 164 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 147 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Invicta | Rodius |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |