1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1999 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 1999 Buick Cielo and 1999 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 104 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra.

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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Vectra 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 1999 Opel Vectra
Make Buick Opel
Model Cielo Vectra
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1500 mm


 

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