1980 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Estate | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
