1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont 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 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Cielo | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
