1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 134 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Cielo | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
