1995 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1995 Acura NSX 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 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Cielo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
