1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline 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 102 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1976 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Cielo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
