1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.

Because 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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:

1999 Buick Cielo 1966 Vauxhall Victor
Make Buick Vauxhall
Model Cielo Victor
Year Released 1999 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm


 

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