1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Cielo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Cielo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
