1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 147 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cielo | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
