1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1989 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Rex 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 207 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Rex.
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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1989 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Cielo | Rex |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
