2000 Buick Cielo vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 2000 Buick Cielo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Cielo (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Because 1989 Buick Estate 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 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Cielo. (387 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Cielo | 1989 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Cielo | Estate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
