1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 45 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 214 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Buick Invicta | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Invicta | Clio |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |