1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | 240 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
