1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce 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 168 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Cielo | Luce |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
