1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord 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 172 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Because 1973 Opel Rekord 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 1973 Opel Rekord. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Rekord 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 | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Cielo | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
