1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2004 Honda NSX 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 2004 Honda NSX. 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2004 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Cielo | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
