1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort 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 164 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort 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 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Cielo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
