1979 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
Model | Toronado | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |