1999 Audi R8R vs. 1999 Buick Cielo
To start off, both 1999 Audi R8R and 1999 Buick Cielo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1999 Audi R8R 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 1999 Audi R8R. 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1999 Buick Cielo | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8R | Cielo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
