1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1992 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Cielo | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
