1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 51 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Because 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 1984 Rover Vitesse. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse 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 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Cielo | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
