1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 49 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Buick Invicta.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Invicta | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1897 mm |
