1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa 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 187 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (93 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Corsa 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 | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Cielo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
