1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (68 HP @ 2500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 146 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen Berlingo. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Lotus | Citroen |
Model | Esprit | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |