1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 128 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cielo | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
