1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.

Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang
Make Buick Ford
Model Cielo Mustang
Year Released 1999 2000
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 5409 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 238 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1830 mm


 

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